THE FULLER FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Fuller Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach, making it clear that it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $3.7 million across 273 grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE FULLER FOUNDATION (THE "FOUNDATION") SERVES FULLER THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY (THE "SEMINARY") AND ITS CONSTITUENTS THROUGH STEWARDSHIP, GIFT AND ESTATE PLANNING, CHARITABLE GIVING, AND INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES. THE FOUNDATION DOES THIS BY MANAGING THE SEMINARY'S ENDOWMENT AND PROVIDING DEVELOPMENT AND ALUMNI RELATIONS SERVICES, AS WELL AS PROVIDING TRUST ADMINISTRATION, DONOR-ADVISED FUNDS, AND INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR GENEROUS FRIENDS OF THE SEMINARY.
Cause Areas
1
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Fuller Theological Seminary
$37.1M
41%
THE GRACE AND MERCY FOUNDATION INC
$19.6M
22%
EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION
$3.3M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
43
Median 1st year grant
$12K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE FULLER FOUNDATION?
No. THE FULLER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE FULLER FOUNDATION give?
THE FULLER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, and Colorado. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE FULLER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE FULLER FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $12 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE FULLER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE FULLER FOUNDATION awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $3.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE FULLER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE FULLER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 270 grantees. Recent grantees include Fuller Theological Seminary, THE GRACE AND MERCY FOUNDATION INC, and EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE FULLER FOUNDATION?
THE FULLER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.